And Ryan – who possesses a classical technique which he cleverly puts into his steel-string guitar’s service - is definitely a gifted and talented musician whose musical world is as poetic as it is personal. 

— Roland Dyens, Guitarist and Composer

About :

Ryan Ayers is a composer and solo guitarist; and, while his music is classical in nature, an evening in concert with Ryan is anything but traditional. Each of his original pieces feels approachable for a modern audience, and Ryan’s masterful storytelling rounds out the experience, giving deeper meaning to each song he plays.

Ryan takes you into his world and holds you there; until each piece becomes as personal for the listener as it is for the artist. As a result, a performance by Ryan Ayers ends up feeling more like an intimate conversation, set to a rich, vibrant soundtrack. Whether you are a musical aficionado or a stranger to classical guitar, this peek behind the curtain will give you new appreciation for the craft Ryan has spent years refining.

Ryan Ayers has the rare combination of great technique, depth of musicianship, and a fantastic level of comfort on stage. His rapport with audiences belies his age, and leaves everyone with a warm and fuzzy feeling at the end of the evening.

— Martha Masters, Guitarist and President of the Guitar Foundation of America

Beautiful and touching. Ayers’s performance of his own works shows an intelligent exploration of colors and rhythms with a thoughtful sense of rich musical juxtaposition.

— Sean Samimi, Aranjuez Artistic Services

Ryan’s playing and music were so thoughtful and crafted under their simplicity. I love his subtle musical humor and I could hear the influences of some favored composers (we’re both Steve Reich fans we discovered). Lot’s a simpatico indeed.

— Mitch Benoff, Professor Music Production and Engineering at Berklee College of Music

Ryan was not only gifted musically but he was also so charming and engaging. Just delightful!